understate/ˌʌndɚˈsteɪt/Third PersonunderstatesPresent ParticipleunderstatingPast TenseunderstatedPast Participleunderstated1to minimize the significance of somethingHe's modest and tends to understate his own achievements.Many people understate the importance of mental well-being.Daily exercise's impact on health is often understated.Synonyms: minimisedownplayminimizeAntonyms: overstate